Free Printable: Low Carb & Keto Food List
- Why You Need My Keto Coffee Creamer
- Ingredients & Substitutions
- How To Make Keto Creamer
- My Recipe Tips
- Storage Instructions
- Keto Coffee Creamer (5 Flavors) Recipe card
- Recipe Reviews
One of the most common questions I get in our healthy support group is, “What’s the best keto coffee creamer ?” And honestly, while a lot of people love their bulletproof coffee on a keto diet, sometimes you just want a regular creamy cup of coffee—me included! So, I whipped up my own sugar-free, low carb coffee creamer. Skip the weird, artificially sweetened store-bought ones and Starbucks drinks , and make this homemade version with me to enjoy all week!
Why You Need My Keto Coffee Creamer

- 5 different flavors – Plain, vanilla, hazelnut, pumpkin spice, or chocolate. There’s something for every mood, and the base is the same, so you can mix and match flavors after you make the plain version.
- Simple, clean ingredients – My keto creamer has just a few ingredients—and no weird additives, added sugars, sucralose , or other fillers that the store-bought ones have.
- Very keto friendly – Less than 1g net carb and only 100 calories per serving!
- Great for meal prep – This keto coffee creamer recipe stores well in the fridge, so you can have it ready for your coffee when you need it.

Ingredients & Substitutions
Here I explain the best ingredients for my sugar-free coffee creamer recipe, what each one does, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card .
- Heavy Cream – A.k.a. heavy whipping cream. The base of this keto coffee creamer is my sugar-free condensed milk , which is made mostly with this cream. I also add extra to the creamer itself.
- Besti Powdered Monk Fruit Allulose Blend – My natural sweetener for making the condensed milk. Choosing this one is super important here, because most others won’t dissolve properly or can crystallize, leaving your creamer gritty. (This includes most brands of stevia and monk fruit — they use erythritol as the filler, Besti doesn’t!) Plain confectioners allulose does work well, but increase the amount to 1/2 cup.
- Unsalted Butter – For the condensed milk as well. It makes it richer than using the cream alone, but technically you can skip it.
- Almond Milk – To balance the richness and get the right consistency. You can use store-bought or homemade almond milk , or even coconut milk beverage (the kind from a carton, not a can) for a nut-free option. Dairy milk is not keto friendly , so I don’t recommend it.
- Flavors – You didn’t think I would leave you with just a basic keto creamer, did you? I’ve also got flavor options, like vanilla or hazelnut extract, pumpkin puree, or cocoa powder. You can even make my sugar free peppermint mocha creamer for the holidays.
VARIATION: Make it dairy-free and vegan!
Just swap the heavy cream for full-fat coconut milk (from a can) or coconut cream, for both the condensed milk and the extra you add after. Skip the butter, or use ghee if it works for you.

How To Make Keto Creamer
I have step-by-step photos here to help you visualize the recipe. For full instructions with amounts and temperatures, see the recipe card .
- Make the condensed milk. Use a large skillet to whip up my sugar-free sweetened condensed milk here .
- Add the almond milk, cream, and any extras. This includes pumpkin puree or cocoa powder for those flavors, but don’t add extracts at this step. Whisk and heat briefly until smooth.

- Stir in any extracts. Remove from heat, stir in your extract(s), and adjust the sweetness with more powdered Besti if you like.
- Enjoy! You can stir the keto coffee creamer into your coffee right away, or pop in the refrigerator for later.
My Recipe Tips
- Use a skillet for the condensed milk, not a saucepan. It’ll take what feels like forever to thicken in a saucepan. A larger pan speeds up the process — I use my nonstick skillet .
- The exact amount of keto coffee creamer you end up with depends on how much you reduce the condensed milk. I usually get 1 1/2 cups of condensed milk and 3 cups of creamer from that, but don’t stress if it’s a little more or less.
- Adjust the consistency as needed. If I reduce the condensed milk too much, I just add a little more almond milk or heavy cream to get it just right.
- It’s normal for it to thicken when cold. The creamer might seem thin while warm, but it thickens up in the fridge.
- How much of this should you use in coffee? I usually start with 2 tablespoons. You can add more to your taste.
- Is this better for hot or iced coffee? Both! It’s great for hot or cold drinks. I’ve even added it to my keto smoothies and protein coffee instead of milk.
- Add a protein boost: Stir collagen powder (I like this brand ) into the low carb coffee creamer while it’s still work. I usually do 3-4 scoops per batch.
- Add an energy boost: Instead of just stirring the creamer into your black coffee, blend it in along with a tablespoon of MCT oil , like you would for bulletproof coffee (here you can also read about what this oil does).
Storage Instructions
This keto coffee creamer will last in the fridge for about a week, or until the expiration date of the heavy cream you put in it. I keep it in these jars with a lid , shown in my pictures, but a mason jar works, too.
I don’t recommend freezing, because all the dairy in this will separate.
Recipe Video
Ingredients
Tap underlined ingredients to see the ones I use.
Basic keto coffee creamer:
- 1 recipe Sugar-free sweetened condensed milk (1 1/2 cups total; use Besti Powdered Monk Fruit Allulose Blend for the sweetener) ▢
- 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk (or coconut milk beverage for nut-free) ▢
- 1/2 cup Heavy cream ▢
For vanilla creamer:
- 1 tbsp Vanilla extract ▢
For hazelnut creamer:
- 2 tsp Hazelnut extract ▢
For pumpkin spice creamer:
- 2 tbsp Pumpkin puree ▢
- 1 tsp Pumpkin pie spice ▢
For chocolate creamer:
- 2 tsp Dutch processed cocoa powder ▢
- 1/2 tbsp Vanilla extract ▢
Instructions
Tap on the times in the instructions to start a kitchen timer.
- In a large skillet, make the sugar-free sweetened condensed milk here .
- Whisk in the almond milk and cream. If you are making pumpkin creamer, whisk in the pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spice. If you are making chocolate creamer, sift the cocoa powder over the pan, then whisk in. Heat briefly, just until smooth.
- Remove from heat. Stir in the extract(s). Taste for sweetness while still warm, and add more powdered Besti to taste if needed (stir until dissolved).
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Maya’s Recipe Notes
Serving size: 2 tablespoons
- Tips: See my recipe tips above to help you speed up the prep, get the right thickness, and variations for a protein or energy boost.
- Store: Keep in the fridge. Don’t freeze.
- Nutrition info and recipe yield: This recipe makes about 3 cups, but the exact amount will depend on how much you reduce your condensed milk. The nutrition facts below are for the basic recipe (not flavors), but the flavors are not drastically different.
I provide nutrition facts as a courtesy. Have questions about calculations or why you got a different result? Please see my nutrition policy .
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Keto Coffee Creamer

Free Printable: Low Carb & Keto Food List
- Want The Keto Cheat Sheet Printable PDF System?
- The Basic Keto Meal Formula
- Understanding Macros
- Keto Food Swaps
- Keto Food List
- Electrolyte Basics
- Keto Diet Types
- Want The Keto Cheat Sheet Printable PDF System?
- Recipe Reviews
Even though I have a great guide to starting a keto diet , people often ask me for a quick keto cheat sheet they can use. That’s why I created this simple keto diet cheat sheet , so that you can have all the info you need handy. We’ll cover the basic keto formula for building meals, foods to eat and to avoid, delicious keto swaps for high-carb foods, electrolyte basics, and 4 ways to follow the keto lifestyle.
You can keep reading to view this info, or download my keto cheat sheet printable pdf to print out or save ad-free on any device (plus the pdf has more details!).
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- Keto food list (230+ foods) – Super detailed & color-coded, with net carb counts, so you’ll know exactly what to eat.
- Foods to avoid on keto – Detailed and specific list so that you know exactly what to watch out for.
- Macros cheat sheet – Explains everything you need to know about macros to succeed on keto.
- Keto food swaps (60+ foods) – Covers virtually every food you love, so you don’t have to miss out!
- Keto meal formula – With specific food ideas, so it’s easy to mix-and-match.
- Keto flu guide – Understand what it is and exactly how to avoid it.
- Electrolyte cheat sheet – With whole food ideas + bonus keto tips.
- Keto Diet Types – Summary of 4 ways to do keto, so you can choose what fits you best.
- FOUR (4!) Keto Swaps Recipe EBooks – Dozens of recipes to replace bread, rice, potatoes, pasta, desserts, and other carbs you’d otherwise miss.
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The Basic Keto Meal Formula
Eating keto doesn’t have to be complicated! While there are plenty of delicious easy keto recipes to choose from, you don’t even have to cook from a recipe to get started.
Simply follow the keto cheat sheet formula of protein + veggie + fat for your meals.
Be sure to choose a moderate amount of protein, only low carb vegetables (mostly ones that grow above ground), and generous fat to attain an optimal macro ratio. That’s approximately 60-75% of calories from fat, 20-25% protein, and 5-10% from carbohydrates. The table below will give you ideas for what to choose.
| Pick A Protein | Pick A Veggie | Add Fat |
|---|---|---|
| Beef Chicken Pork Eggs Lamb Turkey Fish Shellfish Protein powder Venison | Cauliflower Broccoli Zucchini Leafy Greens Cucumbers Brussels Sprouts Cabbage Asparagus Radishes Bell Peppers Jicama Celery | Butter Avocado Oil Cheese Bacon Avocado Lard Ghee Mayo Nuts MCT Oil |
Understanding Macros
Macros are macronutrients for short. They include fat, protein, and carbohydrates.
You can calculate your own macros using the macro calculator , but the macro keto cheat sheet below will explain how to look at macros when following a keto lifestyle.
Carbs Are A Limit.
Keeping carbs low is what gets you into ketosis and keeps you there. Ketosis means that you’re using fat as your primary energy source instead of sugar, and requires keeping carbs very low.
A good starting point is 20-25 grams net carbs per day, but you can experiment after a few weeks to see if your body stays in ketosis at higher levels. People who are very active may be able to do more and stay in ketosis, up to around 50 grams per day.
“Carbs are a limit” means that you set a limit for how many carbs to eat per day and don’t exceed it. You don’t have to hit that limit, so if you’re under that’s okay, just don’t go over. Ideally most of your carbs would come from low carb vegetables, and if you’re eating enough veggies, you’ll usually get close to the limit naturally.
A common misconception is that reaching ketosis requires a certain macro ratio, but it’s really only restricting your carb intake that gets you there [ * ]. In the absence of sufficient carbs to use as energy, the body will switch to using fat as fuel. This is called the metabolic state of ketosis.
Protein Is A Goal.
Protein is made up of amino acids, the building blocks of all our cells. It’s a crucial for keeping our muscles strong and for many cellular functions [ * ].
“Protein is a goal” means that you always want to eat enough protein to reach the goal each day, but not exceed it too much. You want enough for your needs, but excess protein can trigger gluconeogenesis, which is protein being converted to sugar [ * ] and can kick you out of ketosis.
Fat Is A Lever.
Fat is the primary macronutrient in a keto lifestyle, because being in ketosis means that fat is your primary fuel source. Fat as a fuel source will come from your food, and if you are losing weight, from your body.
A big advantage of a keto lifestyle is the high fat intake. It keeps you full and satisfied, making it easier to stick to, and using it as the primary fuel source makes it easier on your body to burn body fat, with a lower chance of breaking down your muscle (provided you get enough protein).
Aside from reaching your protein goal and limiting your carbs, the remainder of your calories on a keto diet comes from fat.
Don’t fear fat – it’s your main energy source on keto, and getting enough of it trains your body to use fat for fuel instead of sugar. That means that as long as you are not overdoing your overall calorie intake, you’ll efficiently burn your body fat for fuel as well.
“Fat is a lever” means that you can increase or decrease your fat intake depending on your goals and hunger levels. Increase it (along with exercise) to gain muscle, or decrease it to lose weight.
Keto Food Swaps
One of my favorite challenges is creating recipes, or just discovering, keto food swaps. These are delicious keto replacements for traditionally high-carb or high-sugar foods.
So, I created this keto diet cheat sheet with all the swaps in one place! I also have more keto food swaps in my Easy Keto Cookbook .
Keto Swaps For Breakfast
| Instead Of This… | Eat This |
|---|---|
| Pancakes | Almond flour pancakes or coconut flour pancakes |
| Oatmeal | Keto oatmeal with hemp seeds |
| Cinnamon rolls | Fathead cinnamon rolls |
| Cereal | Keto nut granola |
| Muffins | Almond flour muffins or coconut flour muffins |
| Donuts | Almond flour donuts |
| Scones | Almond flour scones |
| High-sugar smoothies | Smoothie with berries or avocado |
| Hash browns | Cauliflower hash browns |
| Breakfast casserole | Breakfast casserole with no potatoes |
| Egg whites | Whole eggs |
| Turkey bacon | Bacon |
| Waffles | Chaffles |

Keto Swaps For Bread
| Instead Of This… | Eat This |
|---|---|
| Bagels | Fathead bagels |
| English muffin | Almond flour English muffin |
| White bread | Keto white bread |
| Multigrain bread | Coconut flour bread with seeds |
| Tortillas for wraps | Coconut flour tortillas |
| Corn taco shells | Cheddar cheese taco shells |
| Burger buns | Oopsie rolls , portobello mushroom caps |
| Breadsticks | Cauliflower breadsticks |
| Biscuits | Almond flour biscuits |
| Cornbread | Almond flour cornbread |
| Croutons | Parmesan crisps |
| Rice | Cauliflower rice , konjac rice |

Keto Swaps For Meals & Side Dishes
| Instead Of This… | Eat This |
|---|---|
| Breaded wings | Crispy air fryer wings (unbreaded) |
| Low-fat meat & poultry | High-fat cuts, or cook low-fat cuts with fat |
| Mashed potatoes | Mashed cauliflower |
| Roasted potatoes | Roasted or fried radishes |
| Tacos | Taco salad |
| Pizza | Fathead crust , chicken crust , or cauliflower crust pizza |
| Lasagna | Eggplant lasagna |
| Potato salad | Cauliflower “potato” salad |
| French fries | Jicama , rutabaga , or zucchini fries |
| Tater tots | Cauliflower tots |
| Wraps | Lettuce wraps , almond flour tortillas |
| Sushi | Naruto-style or homemade rice-free sushi |
| Breaded chicken or fish | Breaded cuts with almond flour or pork rinds |
| Spaghetti | Zoodles , spaghetti squash , shirataki noodles, kelp noodles |

Keto Swaps For Snacks & Sauces
| Instead Of This… | Eat This |
|---|---|
| Nachos | Cheese crisps |
| High-sugar fruit | Berries & other keto fruits |
| Crackers | Almond flour crackers |
| Hummus | Cauliflower hummus |
| Soft pretzels | Fathead pretzels |
| Popcorn | Puffed cheese |
| Granola bars | Grain-free granola bars |
| Jam | Sugar-free berry chia jam |
| Sweet fruity yogurt | Full-fat plain Greek yogurt with berries |
| Sweet salad dressing | Ranch , blue cheese , or plain vinaigrette |
| Ketchup | Mustard and/or sugar-free ketchup |
| BBQ sauce | Sugar-free BBQ sauce |
| Sweetened peanut butter | Natural, sugar-free nut butters |
| Light mayo | Avocado oil mayo |
| Maple syrup | Sugar-free, maple flavored syrup |
| Potato chips | Zucchini chips , pepperoni chips , pork rinds |

Keto Swaps For Cooking & Baking
| Instead Of This… | Eat This |
|---|---|
| Sugar | Monk fruit or allulose |
| Powdered sugar | Powdered monk fruit or allulose |
| White flour | Almond or Coconut flour (use in tested recipes) |
| Making baked goods soft/chewy | Xanthan gum, flax seed meal, psyllium husk powder |
| Breadcrumbs | Pork rinds or almond flour |
| Margarine | Butter, coconut oil, or ghee |
| Vegetable oil | Olive or avocado oil |
| Bananas | Banana extract |
| Chocolate chips | Sugar-free chocolate chips |
| Cornstarch or flour roux | Xanthan gum or gelatin powder (used at the end) |
| Simple syrup | Dissolve monk fruit allulose blend in water over heat |

Keto Swaps For Drinks
| Instead Of This… | Eat This |
|---|---|
| Lemonade | Water with lemon |
| Soda | Flavored sparkling water |
| Milk | Almond milk, coconut milk, heavy cream |
| Latte | Butter coffee |
| Coffee creamer | Heavy cream |
| Sweet wine | Dry wine |
| Beer | Ultra light beer |
| Mixed drinks | Hard liquor with soda + lemon |
If you’re looking specifically for keto alcohol options, browse the full keto alcohol guide .

Keto Food List
When looking for a keto cheat sheet printable, the most-requested information is a keto food list.
The great thing is that keto doesn’t have to feel restrictive. It’s incredibly satisfying and there’s such a wide variety of foods you can eat!

Foods To Eat On Keto
- Leafy greens – Such as spinach, chard, and lettuce.
- Above-ground veggies – Such as peppers, zucchini, and cauliflower.
- Full-fat cream & cheese – Such as heavy cream, sour cream, and full-fat hard cheeses.
- Natural meats – Such as beef, lamb, and pork.
- Berries – Such as raspberries, blackberries, and strawberries.
- Avocados
- Unsweetened nut milks – Such as almond milk and coconut milk.
- Almond flour and coconut flour
- Eggs
- Healthy fats – Such as coconut oil, avocado oil, olive oil and butter.
Foods To Avoid On Keto
- White flour & sugar
- Rice & grains – Such as barley, wheat, and corn.
- Milk & yogurt – Such as fruit on the bottom yogurt, sweetened Greek yogurt, and all milk.
- Cereal
- Processed food – Such as granola bars, candy
- Most fruit – Such as apples, bananas, and grapes
- Hydrogenated fats – Such as vegetable oil, soybean oil, and margarine
- Sweetened beverages & condiments – Such as soda, ketchup, and sweet dressings
- Starchy veggies – Such as peas, carrots, and beets.
- Potatoes – Such as sweet potatoes and white potatoes.
That’s the short keto diet cheat sheet version of all the keto food categories, but I recommend downloading the full Keto Cheat Sheet System. It includes a super detailed printable keto food list with over 100 items, including 2 color-coded pages with net carb counts, along with 6 more pages of keto cheat sheets:

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Electrolyte Basics
Getting enough electrolytes is crucial for anyone, but especially so on a keto diet. The reason is that ketosis has a diuretic effect, which increases excretion of water and electrolytes, especially sodium [ * ]. This is often the cause of the keto flu.
For more details on electrolytes and avoiding keto flu, check out the full keto flu guide here .
The important thing to know about electrolytes is that replenishing them will keep keto flu away and keep your body functioning well. I always recommend an electrolyte drink and whole food sources of anything your body needs before resorting to supplements, so I made a list of what to eat to get each of the 3 major electrolytes – sodium, magnesium and potassium.
Here’s your keto diet cheat sheet for getting electrolytes from food:
| Sodium | Magnesium | Potassium |
|---|---|---|
| Bone broth Boullion cubes Bacon Salted nuts Pickles | Seaweed Seeds Nuts Avocado Leafy greens | Potassium chloride Avocado Bone broth Spinach Broccoli Mushrooms Beef Pork |
Keto Diet Types
People follow a keto lifestyle for different reasons. Some do it just to lose weight, others are after better overall health, increased energy, and reduced inflammation.
Strictly speaking, the defining factor of a keto diet is the metabolic state of ketosis, which is achieved by restricting carbs. However, many people (myself included) also reduce or eliminate processed, inflammatory, or low-nutrient foods.
Below is your keto cheat sheet summary of the different ways that people follow keto. You choose what works best for your goals and lifestyle!
- Strict Keto – Up to 20-30g net carbs daily, count all calories and macros, and eat clean, unprocessed foods.
- Lazy Keto – Up to 20-30g net carbs daily, and track only net carbs OR eat keto foods without tracking.
- Dirty Keto – Up to 20-30g net carbs daily, with “if it fits your macros” approach including processed foods.
- Low Carb – Up to 50-100g net carbs daily, less strict.
For a more detailed listing of these different types of keto with pros and cons, grab the Easy Keto Cheat Sheet Printable PDF below!
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Get all this information and MORE in convenient printer-friendly format – 13 cheat sheet pages you can take with you anywhere or keep in your kitchen, plus 4 recipe cookbooks! Includes:
- Keto food list (230+ foods) – Super detailed & color-coded, with net carb counts, so you’ll know exactly what to eat.
- Foods to avoid on keto – Detailed and specific list so that you know exactly what to watch out for.
- Macros cheat sheet – Explains everything you need to know about macros to succeed on keto.
- Keto food swaps (60+ swaps) – Covers virtually every food you love, so you don’t have to miss out!
- Keto meal formula – With specific food ideas, so it’s easy to mix-and-match.
- Keto flu guide – Understand what it is and exactly how to avoid it.
- Electrolyte cheat sheet – With whole food ideas + bonus keto tips.
- Keto Diet Types – Summary of 4 ways to do keto, so you can choose what fits you best.
- FOUR (4!) Keto Swaps Recipe EBooks – Dozens of recipes to replace bread, rice, potatoes, pasta, desserts, and other carbs you’d otherwise miss.

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Keto Coffee Creamer (5 Flavors)

This low carb, keto coffee creamer is sweet, creamy and just 0.6g net carbs! Includes plain, vanilla, chocolate, hazelnut, or pumpkin flavor.
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Ingredients
Basic keto coffee creamer:
- 1 recipe Sugar-free sweetened condensed milk (1 1/2 cups total; use Besti Powdered Monk Fruit Allulose Blend for the sweetener)
- 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk (or coconut milk beverage for nut-free)
- 1/2 cup Heavy cream
For vanilla creamer:
- 1 tbsp Vanilla extract
For hazelnut creamer:
- 2 tsp Hazelnut extract
For pumpkin spice creamer:
- 2 tbsp Pumpkin puree
- 1 tsp Pumpkin pie spice
For chocolate creamer:
- 2 tsp Dutch processed cocoa powder
- 1/2 tbsp Vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large skillet, make the sugar-free sweetened condensed milk here .
- Whisk in the almond milk and cream. If you are making pumpkin creamer, whisk in the pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spice. If you are making chocolate creamer, sift the cocoa powder over the pan, then whisk in. Heat briefly, just until smooth.
- Remove from heat. Stir in the extract(s). Taste for sweetness while still warm, and add more powdered Besti to taste if needed (stir until dissolved).
Maya’s Recipe Notes
Serving size: 2 tablespoons
- Tips: See my recipe tips above to help you speed up the prep, get the right thickness, and variations for a protein or energy boost.
- Store: Keep in the fridge. Don’t freeze.
- Nutrition info and recipe yield: This recipe makes about 3 cups, but the exact amount will depend on how much you reduce your condensed milk. The nutrition facts below are for the basic recipe (not flavors), but the flavors are not drastically different.
I provide nutrition facts as a courtesy. Have questions about calculations or why you got a different result? Please see my nutrition policy .
© Copyright Maya Krampf for Wholesome Yum. Please DO NOT SCREENSHOT OR COPY/PASTE recipes to social media or websites. We’d LOVE for you to share a link with photo instead. :)
Free Printable: Low Carb & Keto Food List
- Why You Need My Keto Coffee Creamer
- Ingredients & Substitutions
- How To Make Keto Creamer
- My Recipe Tips
- Storage Instructions
- Keto Coffee Creamer (5 Flavors) Recipe card
- Recipe Reviews
One of the most common questions I get in our healthy support group is, “What’s the best keto coffee creamer ?” And honestly, while a lot of people love their bulletproof coffee on a keto diet, sometimes you just want a regular creamy cup of coffee—me included! So, I whipped up my own sugar-free, low carb coffee creamer. Skip the weird, artificially sweetened store-bought ones and Starbucks drinks , and make this homemade version with me to enjoy all week!
Why You Need My Keto Coffee Creamer

- 5 different flavors – Plain, vanilla, hazelnut, pumpkin spice, or chocolate. There’s something for every mood, and the base is the same, so you can mix and match flavors after you make the plain version.
- Simple, clean ingredients – My keto creamer has just a few ingredients—and no weird additives, added sugars, sucralose , or other fillers that the store-bought ones have.
- Very keto friendly – Less than 1g net carb and only 100 calories per serving!
- Great for meal prep – This keto coffee creamer recipe stores well in the fridge, so you can have it ready for your coffee when you need it.

Ingredients & Substitutions
Here I explain the best ingredients for my sugar-free coffee creamer recipe, what each one does, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card .
- Heavy Cream – A.k.a. heavy whipping cream. The base of this keto coffee creamer is my sugar-free condensed milk , which is made mostly with this cream. I also add extra to the creamer itself.
- Besti Powdered Monk Fruit Allulose Blend – My natural sweetener for making the condensed milk. Choosing this one is super important here, because most others won’t dissolve properly or can crystallize, leaving your creamer gritty. (This includes most brands of stevia and monk fruit — they use erythritol as the filler, Besti doesn’t!) Plain confectioners allulose does work well, but increase the amount to 1/2 cup.
- Unsalted Butter – For the condensed milk as well. It makes it richer than using the cream alone, but technically you can skip it.
- Almond Milk – To balance the richness and get the right consistency. You can use store-bought or homemade almond milk , or even coconut milk beverage (the kind from a carton, not a can) for a nut-free option. Dairy milk is not keto friendly , so I don’t recommend it.
- Flavors – You didn’t think I would leave you with just a basic keto creamer, did you? I’ve also got flavor options, like vanilla or hazelnut extract, pumpkin puree, or cocoa powder. You can even make my sugar free peppermint mocha creamer for the holidays.
VARIATION: Make it dairy-free and vegan!
Just swap the heavy cream for full-fat coconut milk (from a can) or coconut cream, for both the condensed milk and the extra you add after. Skip the butter, or use ghee if it works for you.

How To Make Keto Creamer
I have step-by-step photos here to help you visualize the recipe. For full instructions with amounts and temperatures, see the recipe card .
- Make the condensed milk. Use a large skillet to whip up my sugar-free sweetened condensed milk here .
- Add the almond milk, cream, and any extras. This includes pumpkin puree or cocoa powder for those flavors, but don’t add extracts at this step. Whisk and heat briefly until smooth.

- Stir in any extracts. Remove from heat, stir in your extract(s), and adjust the sweetness with more powdered Besti if you like.
- Enjoy! You can stir the keto coffee creamer into your coffee right away, or pop in the refrigerator for later.
My Recipe Tips
- Use a skillet for the condensed milk, not a saucepan. It’ll take what feels like forever to thicken in a saucepan. A larger pan speeds up the process — I use my nonstick skillet .
- The exact amount of keto coffee creamer you end up with depends on how much you reduce the condensed milk. I usually get 1 1/2 cups of condensed milk and 3 cups of creamer from that, but don’t stress if it’s a little more or less.
- Adjust the consistency as needed. If I reduce the condensed milk too much, I just add a little more almond milk or heavy cream to get it just right.
- It’s normal for it to thicken when cold. The creamer might seem thin while warm, but it thickens up in the fridge.
- How much of this should you use in coffee? I usually start with 2 tablespoons. You can add more to your taste.
- Is this better for hot or iced coffee? Both! It’s great for hot or cold drinks. I’ve even added it to my keto smoothies and protein coffee instead of milk.
- Add a protein boost: Stir collagen powder (I like this brand ) into the low carb coffee creamer while it’s still work. I usually do 3-4 scoops per batch.
- Add an energy boost: Instead of just stirring the creamer into your black coffee, blend it in along with a tablespoon of MCT oil , like you would for bulletproof coffee (here you can also read about what this oil does).
Storage Instructions
This keto coffee creamer will last in the fridge for about a week, or until the expiration date of the heavy cream you put in it. I keep it in these jars with a lid , shown in my pictures, but a mason jar works, too.
I don’t recommend freezing, because all the dairy in this will separate.
Recipe Video
Ingredients
Tap underlined ingredients to see the ones I use.
Basic keto coffee creamer:
- 1 recipe Sugar-free sweetened condensed milk (1 1/2 cups total; use Besti Powdered Monk Fruit Allulose Blend for the sweetener) ▢
- 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk (or coconut milk beverage for nut-free) ▢
- 1/2 cup Heavy cream ▢
For vanilla creamer:
- 1 tbsp Vanilla extract ▢
For hazelnut creamer:
- 2 tsp Hazelnut extract ▢
For pumpkin spice creamer:
- 2 tbsp Pumpkin puree ▢
- 1 tsp Pumpkin pie spice ▢
For chocolate creamer:
- 2 tsp Dutch processed cocoa powder ▢
- 1/2 tbsp Vanilla extract ▢
Instructions
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- In a large skillet, make the sugar-free sweetened condensed milk here .
- Whisk in the almond milk and cream. If you are making pumpkin creamer, whisk in the pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spice. If you are making chocolate creamer, sift the cocoa powder over the pan, then whisk in. Heat briefly, just until smooth.
- Remove from heat. Stir in the extract(s). Taste for sweetness while still warm, and add more powdered Besti to taste if needed (stir until dissolved).
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Maya’s Recipe Notes
Serving size: 2 tablespoons
- Tips: See my recipe tips above to help you speed up the prep, get the right thickness, and variations for a protein or energy boost.
- Store: Keep in the fridge. Don’t freeze.
- Nutrition info and recipe yield: This recipe makes about 3 cups, but the exact amount will depend on how much you reduce your condensed milk. The nutrition facts below are for the basic recipe (not flavors), but the flavors are not drastically different.
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Keto Coffee Creamer
